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Your sump pump is an important piece of equipment, and if you want it to perform properly for the longest time possible, you need to perform regular maintenance. The pumping contractors at B Sales Trucking, Excavation, Pumping & Plumbing Services of Makawao, HI, want to show you how to perform sump pump maintenance. It's a good idea to check on your sump pump every few months or whenever there are heavy rains predicted. 

Sump pump maintenance is as simple as performing the following tasks:

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  • Adjust Position: A sump pump must be standing upright to perform properly. The float arm, which activates the pump, gets jammed when the sump pump falls over from operation vibration.
  • Test With Water: Every so often, pour water into the pit to see if the sump pump automatically starts. If it doesn't start, it is in need of servicing. 
  • Check Pipes: Make sure all of the pipes are tightly connected. You'll also want to ensure the pipes are draining at least 20 feet away from your foundation. 
  • Clean Grate: Remove a submersible pump from the pit, and inspect the bottom grate. Sometimes, small stones get sucked into the grate. This damages the sump pump and affects its performance.

As you can see, sump pump maintenance is not difficult, but it surely is a huge help in the long run. If you have any sump pump issues or need some quality plumbers, contact B Sales Trucking, Excavation, Pumping & Plumbing Services of Makawao for a free estimate. Call (808) 264-3281 to schedule an appointment.

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